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Chattanooga to Roanoke bus

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Chattanooga - Roanoke Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Chattanooga to Roanoke. Traveling by bus from Chattanooga to Roanoke usually takes around 20 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance337 mi (542 km)
Shortest duration20h 30m
Cheapest price$207.97
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Chattanooga to Roanoke?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chattanooga to Roanoke. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound120h 30m$207.97
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Chattanooga to Roanoke every day, with the average journey taking around 20 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Roanoke usually start from $208.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 337 miles from Chattanooga to Roanoke. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Chattanooga to Roanoke.

There is usually only one bus per day from Chattanooga to Roanoke. It leaves the station in Chattanooga at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Chattanooga to Roanoke. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

City Information

Roanoke

Roanoke, VA - RNK-0

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Roanoke, VA - RNK-1

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The idyllic city of Roanoke sits against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's the site of the famous Appalachian Trail, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, and Smith Mountain Lake. Fun and adventure are indeed the best things that Roanoke has to offer, especially if you start your visit at the iconic Roanoke Star, the largest man-made neon light that gets illuminated every night.

The Blue Ridge is one of Roanoke's major tourist attractions. Experience the Blue Ridge Day tour package to fully explore the area's history, heritage, culture, and entertainment. Make sure that your adventure includes The Crooked Road, Virginia Museum of Transportation, and Blue Ridge Institute and Museum, among others.

To enjoy Roanoke's nightlife, try doing the Downtown Roanoke Bar Crawl. That's how you get to enjoy exquisite craft beers from the city's finest breweries. If you want to shop, there's a wide selection of antiques and farmer's produce for sale in the Blue Ridge area.

Getting around Roanoke is easy with the Valley Metro bus line. This bus service covers not just the City of Roanoke but Vinton and Salem as well. There's also the Star Line Trolley that connects Downtown Roanoke and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. To travel to other exciting destinations, Amtrak trains and Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Wanda Coach buses provide service to cities including Richmond, Atlanta, and New York.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Chattanooga?

Main departure station: Special Transit Services

Most buses depart from the main station in Chattanooga.

All bus stations in Chattanooga:

  • Special Transit Services

Where does the bus arrive in Roanoke?

Main arrival station: Roanoke Bus Stop

All buses from Chattanooga arrive at one main station in Roanoke.

All bus stations in Roanoke:

  • Roanoke Bus Stop

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